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Oxford Community Arts Center

A purple masquerade mask with blue feathers

Masks, costumes and drag: Oxford’s second annual Pride ball

The atmosphere of the Oxford Community Arts Center’s ballroom was one of smiles, laughter and dancing.
Hannah Sander Mar 25, 2026
Attendees from the first annual Oxford Pride event gather around drag performer P.H. Dee.

‘Masquerade Through Time:’ Oxford to host second annual Pride masked ball

Oxford will host their second annual Pride masked ball at the Oxford Community Arts Center March 14.
Caitlin O’Brien Mar 13, 2026
A child looks at artwork of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.

Oxford residents honor Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

Sponsored by the Oxford NAACP Branch and the City of Oxford, the event featured an art exhibition showcasing local children’s art.
Aidan Cornue Jan 28, 2026
Residents of Oxford cut a large red ribbon in front of the Oxford Community Arts Center

Observations: The Oxford Community Arts Center

"The arts center began as a dream in 1999. OxAct, the local drama group, saw the empty building on the corner of High and College Streets as a potential home."
Allan Winkler Jan 27, 2026
Oxford hosts annual Chocolate Meltdown

Oxford hosts annual Chocolate Meltdown

The annual Chocolate Meltdown took place in the Oxford Community Arts Center on Saturday, Jan. 10.
Aidan Cornue Jan 21, 2026
Sarah Michael (right) holds an award

Citizen of the Years: Sarah Michael

Sarah Michael is recognized as Oxford Citizen of the Years for her many years of leadership for several organizations in Oxford.
James Rubenstein Jan 15, 2026
A promotional image for Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream event at The Oxford Community Arts Center.

Shakespeare in the Park: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

The Oxford Community Arts Center is hosting its annual Shakespeare in the Park on Aug. 26 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Aidan Cornue Aug 26, 2025

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